Indian Carrot Pudding (Gajar Ka Halwa)

This version of the classic Indian carrot pudding (gajar ka halwa) is made with powdered milk which is great in hot weather.

• Preparation Time: 10 mins
• Cooking Time: 30 mins
• Total Time: 40 mins
• Calories: 464 Calories

Ingredients

• ½ teaspoon ground cardamom
• 1 cup powdered milk
• 4 tablespoons ghee, divided
• 10 medium cashews
• 4 medium carrots, peeled and finely grated
• ½ cup sugar, or as needed
• ¼ cup cashes, or as desired

Recipe Instructions

Step 1

Heat 3 tablespoons ghee in a non-stick deep pot (kadai) and add cashew nuts. Toast for a few minutes until fragrant and lightly browned; transfer to a bowl. Set aside.

Step 2

Add 1 tablespoon ghee to the same pot and cook carrots until they are tender, about 5 minutes. Mix in powdered milk and cook over low heat for about 10 minutes. Sweeten with sugar to taste and cook until sugar has dissolved, stirring continuously until the mixture becomes thick, about 10 minutes. Mix in cashews and cardamom powder.

Step 3

Serve garnished with extra cashews if desired.